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King County Fire Chiefs Terminate Stage 2 Burn Ban
KING COUNTY (Sept. 1) – Effectively immediately (Sept. 1, 2021), the King County Fire Chiefs Association is terminating the Stage 2 (Complete) Burn Ban.  This allows burning of small recreational fires to resume as described below. Check with your local jurisdiction for additional information.

For more information regarding burn bans, please visit: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/local-services/permits/fire-safety/outdoor-burn-bans.aspx
 
Recent precipitation and cooler weather have allowed wildland fuels to recover moisture, and the local wildland fire danger has reduced to a level where it is safe to resume small recreational fires. The Stage 1 Burn Ban, issued on June 24, 2021 and covering all other outdoor burning, will remain in effect until further notice. Additionally this modification to the current burn ban status does not supersede the Washington State Governor’s Proclamation 21-10 which includes additional restrictions on state or publicly owned properties.
 
The King County Fire Chiefs, Fire Marshals and local jurisdictions encourage all residents to know your local requirements for outdoor burning and maintain a fire safe environment. If you have any questions, please contact your local fire department.
 
Approved recreational burn requirements:
*note some jurisdictions require burning permit
  1. Fires shall: be kindled with seasoned and dry firewood.
  2. Be built in a metal or concrete fire pit, such as those typically found in designated campgrounds; and not be used as debris disposal.
  3. Grow no larger than three-feet in diameter.
  4. Be in a clear spot free from any vegetation for at least 10-feet in a horizontal direction, including at least 25-feet away from any structure and allow 20-foot vertical clearance from overhanging branches.
  5. Be attended at all times by an alert individual and equipment capable of extinguishing the fire with a shovel and a 5-gallon bucket of water or with a connected and charged water hose.
  6. Be completely extinguished by pouring water or moist soil in them and stirring with a shovel until all parts are cool to the touch.
  7. No burning when winds exceed 15 MPH.
 
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COVID-19 VACCINATION OPTIONS

10-digit numbers for local police and fire agencies

In the event that you need to call a local agency for a non-emergency, or 9-1-1 is unavailable due to an outage, you may utilize the following 10-digit numbers. Text-to-9-1-1 may also be an alternative, even if the phone lines are down.

Burien: 206-296-3311
Normandy Park: 425-577-5656

A Message from the Fire Chiefs of King County

King County Fire Chiefs have an important message to share with the community we serve. A look back at the beginning of COVID-19 in King County, where we are today, and how we can finish strong. Do not let up, we have come too far to go back. #TOGETHERWECAN

Fire Station changes due to covid-19
To ensure the health and safety of our members and the community, King County Fire District 2 is following the CDC recommendations to address the concerns over the growing the risk of COVID-19.

The following services have been temporarily suspended:
  • Station Tours
  • CPR Classes
  • In-Station Blood Pressure Checks
  • Community use of our facilities
  • Community event participation

In an effort to flatten the curve please refrain from visiting our fire stations.  We ask that you call 9-1-1 for all medical emergencies.

Our first responders are actively responding to calls and we encourage our community to follow the CDC recommendations for preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus.  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

We are monitoring the situation as it evolves and will provide updates as necessary.  Please contact the Fire Marshal for all Fire Hydrant Availability, Permits, and Fire Inspections at (206) 209-4119 or email rpettigrew@burienfire.org.

CO Alarm maintenance information
The Burien Fire District has received multiple 9-1-1 calls this year from concerned residents because of chirping carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. While it’s important to call 9-1-1 if your CO alarm is sounding continuously without stopping, a CO alarm that chirps every 30 seconds is not an emergency. It probably means your CO alarm has reached its end of life and should be replaced.

See the document attached for more information about CO Alarms, the laws regarding their use and best practices about what you should do if you hear yours chirping.

Firefighters rescue man from fire in Burien auto repair shop

On the morning of January 11th, fire crews responded to an auto shop fire in the 15200 block of First Avenue South. The quick actions of the first crew on scene as well as a fully functioning sprinkler system contributed to the rescue of one man inside. Nice work B Shift Engine 328! Here is a link to the story on KIRO 7.

fire department expands to include north highline!

After extensive contract negotiations and a vote from two separate fire commissions, the North Highline Fire District has undergone a contractual consolidation into King County Fire District #2. While North Highline Fire District still exists and maintains their own board of fire commissioners, all of their firefighters have been hired by the King County Fire District #2. The new consolidated district will provide streamlined response and chain of command for fire and emergency medical service (EMS) to areas of unincorporated King County, Burien, and Normandy Park.

Story Credit: Emily Inlow-Hood, Communications Officer, Burien Magazine

Come Learn CPR!

At this time, no new CPR classes have been added for 2021 due to COVID-19. We will update our website soon with new dates when allowed and at that time, you can head over to our CPR page to find a date that works for you. Learning CPR skills is one of the easiest things you can do to prepare for an emergency. Spread the word and save a life!

CONTACT INFO

King County Fire District #2

​900 SW 146th St.
Burien, WA 98166

Phone: (206) 242-2040
Fax: (206) 433-6042
Email: info@burienfire.org

OFFICE HOURS
MON – FRI
9am – 5pm

CPR classes are currently suspended

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King County Fire District #2
900 SW 146th St.
Burien, WA 98166
PHONE: (206) 242-2040
FAX: (206) 433-6042
EMAIL: info@burienfire.org
OFFICE HOURS:
MON – FRI
9am – 5pm
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